Raymond F. Krsak's Obituary
Raymond F. Krsak, 82, of Parma, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at his winter home in Florida on January 5, 2026.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on September 23, 1943, to Andrew and Jennie Krsak (both deceased), Ray is survived by his partner and wife of 35 years Debra, loving father to Sandra Stewart (William), Sherry Diamond (deceased – partner to Adam Stanek), devoted grandfather to Courtney Diamond (Josh), Phillip Diamond and Kimberly Krsak, loving brother to Len Krsak (Karen), Robert Krsak (Melanie), uncle to Joan Miller (Brian), Al Krsak and Kris Jesse.
Ray attended North Royalton High School where he played basketball.
Ray worked with his father in the steel mills for Plechaty and Sons.
During and after working for the steel mills Ray owned House of Lamps on Brookpark Rd. Parma, Ohio and later also owned House of Lamps on Lorain Road North Olmsted.
After leaving the businesses Ray worked for Metal Mgmt. driving heavy equipment including cranes and front-end loaders.
Per Ray’s wishes there will be no showing or funeral. He will be cremated in Florida and returned home to Ohio in April.
“The Lord saw you getting tired so He carried you home. He took away your pain and anxiety. Now you are gone from our sight but never from our hearts.”
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the Westwood Abbey Mausoleum, 6265 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070. Inurnment will follow immediately after the memorial service.
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